Emotional Support For Parents Of Children Diagnosed With Diabetes

PRLog (Press Release) - Mar 02, 2007 -
Shock. Fear. Confusion. Guilt. These are common reactions for parents when their child is diagnosed with Type I diabetes. The doctor says there is no cure for Type I diabetes, so it's a life sentence for the child. Now the family must face a new lifestyle, one that includes blood testing, insulin shots and strict dietary routines.

Besides the deluge of medical information presented to them, parents must cope with the emotional impact of the diagnosis. Some can't sleep out of worry about their child. Marriages are tested. Family lifestyles are turned upside down. And there are feelings of being isolated, as if they are the only ones in the world experiencing this unwanted journey.

"Moving Forward... With Diabetes" is a newly released video designed to support parents during this difficult first year. The 72-minute DVD features interviews with parents who have coped with the issues, challenges and emotions of having a child diagnosed with Type I diabetes. They offer plenty reassuring messages, stories and advice in this upbeat program.

Topics include: facing the diagnosis, managing diet and testing, finding support, dealing with schools and normal activities, re-establishing a normal life, teaching responsibility to the child, sibling relations, and methods of coping with all of the emotions. They share plenty of helpful lessons learned, with a focus on the first year after the diagnosis. Their children also offer advice to parents and talk about living with diabetes.

"Moving Forward... With Diabetes" was produced by Arnold Creek Productions, Inc., a Lake Oswego, Ore. based educational media firm. The DVD retails for $30 (US) and is available from Amazon.com. An online preview video and details are available at www.arnoldcreekproductions.com/Health.htm. The target audiences include parents, health care professionals, diabetes educators, support groups and others who interact with families of children with diabetes. This program does not offer medical advice and does not address medical procedures associated with diabetes management.

Arnold Creek Productions, Inc., an award-winning media producer of award-winning educational and inspirational videos on health and sustainability. They previously released the hit video "I Have Diabetes Too!" It’s a program that features young children talking to their peers about diabetes and their lives.

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